August 1-3 BronyCon
BronyCon is back! The world’s largest convention for and by fans of the animated TV series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic is re- turning to Baltimore. This event features discussion panels, a fully stocked vendor hall, screenings, contests and more for fans of all ages, dubbed “bronies.” Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore www.bronycon.org August 8-10 Arab World Fest Arab World Fest celebrates the culture, music and food of the 22 Arabic countries. Learn to belly dance, ride a camel, sample Mid- dle Eastern cuisine, and shop for Arabic treasures! Kids can take part in activities and make crafts in the Children’s Area. Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee www.arabworldfest.com August 8-10 Otakon Otakon has grown from humble beginnings in 1994 to one of the largest anime and manga conventions in the United States. Otaku , or fans of Asian animation, comics and pop culture, have a lot to enjoy at Otakon, including video screenings, discussion panels, concerts, workshops, cosplay, the Dealers’ Hall and more. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore www.otakon.com August 8 Shadow Puppets at the Chat Noir Students ages 7 and up can learn about the exciting and quirky world of the Shadow Theater at the Chat Noir. Participants will create their own characters to use in an improv shadow puppet show. All materials will be provided, but students are asked to bring magazine clippings or printouts that would make interesting silhouettes. Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street, Golden, Colorado www.foothillsartcenter.org August 12 Zoo & Me Morning Held the second Tuesday of every month, this program is designed for 3- to 5-year-old children accompanied by a parent or guardian. This morning program includes a train ride, animal encounters, art projects, “Zooper” snacks and many other hands-on activities you and your child can enjoy together. Pre-registration is required. Baton Rouge Zoo, 3601 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge www.brzoo.org August 21-24 Baltimore Summer Antiques Show Don’t miss the show that attracts tens of thousands of collectors and dealers from around the world! The Baltimore Summer An- tiques Show is the largest indoor antiques show in the country. Visitors can peruse a varied lineup of offerings, including fine art, silver, jewelry, glass, textiles, folk art, rare books and many more unique items. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore www.baltimoresummerantiques.com
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